Great Plains Tribal Water Alliance

The Great Plains Tribal Water Alliance (GPTWA) is a tribally-led nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and restoring Tribal water rights. Guided by Indigenous knowledge, values, and sovereignty, GPTWA works to ensure that water is protected for future generations.

We provide critical support to Tribal governments and communities through technical assistance, policy advocacy, education, and community resilience planning. Our work includes advancing Tribal water rights, promoting sustainable watershed management, supporting adaptation, and strengthening collaboration between Tribal Nations and federal, state, and local partners.

GPTWA has served as a trusted voice for Tribal Nations, building capacity at the community level while ensuring Tribes have a seat at the table in regional and national decision-making. By uplifting Tribal leadership and traditional knowledge, GPTWA is helping secure a resilient and just water future for all.